Theology Terms Explained: “Resurrection”
In this series on the blog, we’re providing sound doctrine for everyday people by providing you with clear and simple definitions that will strengthen your theological foundation. Each article covers 4 categories including:
The Term – We lay out how it’s pronounced or synonymous terms.
The Definition – We provide the Merriam-Webster definition and an everyday version.
The Biblical Connection – We show you where the term connects with Scripture.
Used in an Everyday Conversation – We use it in a basic conversation.
The Term
Resurrection
(rez-uh-REK-shun)
The Definition
Merriam-Webster: The act of rising from the dead; a return to life.
FTG Expanded Explanation: In Christian theology, resurrection refers to the bodily raising of the dead by the power of God. Most centrally, it refers to the resurrection of Jesus Christ three days after His crucifixion, proving His victory over sin, death, and Satan. The resurrection is foundational to the gospel and guarantees the future bodily resurrection of all believers. Christianity teaches the absolute future renewal and glorification of the body for eternal life with God for those who have put their faith in Jesus Christ.
The Biblical Connection
1 Corinthians 15:3–4 – “For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received, that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures.”
John 11:25 – “Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in Me will live even if he dies.’”
1 Corinthians 15:20 – “But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep.”
Used in an Everyday Conversation
“The resurrection reminds Christians that death is not the end for those who belong to Christ.”
“Because Jesus rose from the grave, believers have confidence that suffering, sin, and death will one day be fully defeated.”
“The hope of resurrection gives Christians courage to live faithfully today while looking forward to eternal life with Christ.”
“Jesus can guarantee us eternal life, because He conquered death by His own resurrection.”
